The small town of Goodfield, IL, with a population of just over 1,000 people, has a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the country. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Goodfield is 2.1, significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. Similarly, property crime in Goodfield is also relatively low at 6.4, compared to the national average of 35.4. However, even in this quiet town, crimes still occur. In May of 2019, tragedy struck when a 9-year-old boy allegedly set fire to his family's mobile home, killing five people, including three children. This incident shocked the community and brought attention to the issue of mental health and violence among young individuals. Despite Goodfield's low crime rate, this devastating event serves as a reminder that no place is immune to crime, and it is crucial to address and prevent such occurrences.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Goodfield (zip 61742) violent crime is 2.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Goodfield (zip 61742) property crime is 6.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Goodfield, Illinois does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Goodfield, Illinois. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Goodfield, Illinois. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.